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UKASTLE members are encouraged to add content to the forums and Reference Section (which shall hereafter be referred to as "the wiki") - however please remember that content must be your own - if you have copied content from another source, you must include a reference to that source
Content must be relative to the other content within a thread. If a discussion in a topic drifts off-topic, the moderator(s) may split the topic into seperate topics
Under no circumstances must any content directly insult, abuse, or humilate another UKASTLE member. Any member who posts abusive content is subject to a suspension or removal from the site
UKASTLE discourages negative discussion about 3rd party websites. However, if negative comments are posted, each member must be able to back up their comments with evidence
If a member has a complaint to make against another member's comments, a complaint may be made in-thread or as a personal message to the offending member. If no resolution is achieved, a message may be sent to the Director of Forum Operations
Whilst UKASTLE moderators take every possible measure to check content is suitable for reading by all people, neither UKASTLE or Mazeteam will be held responsible in any way for possibly offensive content that has been accidentally passed over by a moderator
Action will be taken against any malicious comments about UKASTLE posted onto 3rd party websites
Copyright ownership of content:
The full HTML template (Including Javascript content, PHP Scripts, and in-page Graphics) of this website is owned by Mazeteam and may only be used by Mazeteam for use on other websites designed by Mazeteam. If ANY HTML content belonging to Mazeteam (including PHP, Javascript, or image content) is found on a 3rd party website that does not have permission to use the content, legal action will be taken against the offending website
The PHP script and HTML content associated with the forum (content within the containing box) is under copyright ownership of the PHPBB group and is used under license. Please see the PHPBB website for full copyright terms
The PHP script and content associated with the wiki (content within the containing box in the "reference section") is under copyright ownership of the Wikimedia group and is used under license
Each member who posts content will hold the copyright over that content, unless the content was not originally made by that member. Only that member may redistribute such content (including images, text, script, or other media) and if a 3rd party wishes to redistribute such content, the member who owns the content must be asked for permission. The member reserves the right to refuse permission for redistribution of content
By posting content to UKASTLE, every contributing member is granting UKASTLE and Mazeteam the license to use that content within the UKASTLE and Mazeteam websites. This content will remain within the stated websites and will not be passed onto any 3rd party
Each member reserves the right to remove content that they have created on the UKASTLE website
Action will be taken against any 3rd party who redistributes content posted by UKASTLE members without permission of the member that created the content. There is no exception for using UKASTLE content without permission, even for purposes of News and/or Current Affairs
Action will be taken against any UKASTLE member who redistributes, or promotes the redistribution, and publication, of UKASTLE content onto 3rd party websites
Forum Rules:
Only one account is allowed per member. This is with the exception of those who use a shared IP address, so long as they've notified Senior Management. If a member wishes to change their user name, they must contact Senior Management
Treat others how you would like to be treated yourself; foul language, obscene images, racism, homophobia, sexism, personal attacks etc are not tolerated
The PM (Private Message) privilege must not be abused
Please do not over-do text speak (e.g., C U L8R M8). We prefer grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax to be at a decent level
Please avoid uncertain posts such as "I think its a xxxx but not sure" or "I think I saw one near xxx." If you aren't sure or can't back up your statement with some further reasoning, then don't make it
Please avoid pointless posts which merely state "I agree..." or "I've sent you a PM..." There is nothing to stop such phrases being used in substantial posts, but on their own it simply creates unnecessary posting.
Spam posting/advertising is not tolerated here
Images (including avatars and signature banners) must be to the specific size as specified by the Gallery co-ordinator
Senior Management reserve the right to ban or remove any member, should an extreme case happen
Cookies:
As part of a European Directive, from 26 May 2012 all websites are legally required to inform its users about Cookies. These are small text-based files that are saved onto your computer and contain information to ease your browsing experience, by allowing the website to identify and track user activities. UKASTLE uses First-Party Cookies - these are issued by UKASTLE and are only used by UKASTLE to study how people move around the website, information gleaned from such Cookies is retained by UKASTLE and is not distributed to third-party websites in accordance with our privacy policy. UKASTLE also uses Session Cookies and Persistent Cookies, depending on your internet browser settings regarding the handling of Cookies - Persistent Cookies will remain on your machine between visits to UKASTLE in order to remember your details; on UKASTLE, these Cookies are used only to log you in to our forums when you return to the site, if you have previously indicated you wish to be automatically logged in. However, if you have set your internet browser to only keep Cookies for the duration of the browser being in use, the Cookies that UKASTLE will use are only Session Cookies - these will have the same information as the Persistent Cookies, in addition to keeping you logged in as you navigate around the forums, but this information will be discarded when you close your internet browser.
As UKASTLE is funded by voluntary contributions and not from revenue obtained by advertising companies, no Cookies set by UKASTLE are used for the purposes of marketing, conveyancing, peddling, or targeting products at any individual using the website. If you experience advertising whilst using the UKASTLE website, it is recommended to run a virus scan on your machine, as it may be infected by malware.
By using the UKASTLE website, you agree that Cookies may be stored, either for the duration of your internet browser being open or for a longer period of time, on your machine for the purposes of making your browsing experience easier.
Privacy Policy:
As a member of UKASTLE, you are placing trust with the group to hold sensitive information about you on our system. This may include your real name, age, location, date of birth, gender, ethnicity etc. Such information is stored on an encrypted server to which only the UKASTLE administrators have access to (including the encryption codes). All administrators of UKASTLE are legally obliged to keep such information on the encrypted server and not to distribute elsewhere. Such information will only be used or altered with permission and special directions from yourself, and any unauthorised use or alterations by any Administrator or other member of this site is a criminal offence. All your personal details are retained by us, kept secure, and not distributed or altered without your direction or permission. No information is held on our servers for any guests browsing the site who are not logged in or registered as a member.
Further Information:
Should you require further information, you can always send a PM to a member of Senior Management, or alternatively fill out a contact form. Contact one of the following three members of the Senior Management Team:
Alex for organisational, statistical and forum matters (including membership)
mazeteam for technical support and matters relating to the gallery and website development
Phosco152 for matters regarding the reference section and external links
Welcome to UKASTLE - the UK Association of Street Lighting Enthusiasts.
Whether you're a lighting devotee, a collector of lanterns, a photographer or just someone who is curious to find out more, please register with us and enjoy being a part of this association.
For every season of the year, we feature a showcase image which defines the epitome of street lighting.